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politics1 year ago

"Rising Political Tensions Lead to Surge in Threats Against Federal Judges and Prosecutors"

Threats against US federal judges have more than doubled since 2021, reaching 457 serious threats in fiscal year 2023, driven by growing politically motivated violence, according to US Marshals Service data. The spike is linked to the country's bitter political divisions, with judges and prosecutors facing threats related to highly politicized cases, including those involving former President Donald Trump and the Supreme Court's decision on abortion rights. The agency is concerned about the rising tide of threats fueled by partisan divisions and vitriol on social media, with U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland expressing alarm at the spike in threats against public officials and warning that they threaten the fabric of democracy.

via Reuters|
#partisan-divisions#political-violence#politics
politics2 years ago

Democratic Victories in Central Bucks, Somerset, Brick, Toms River, and Cumberland County Municipal Races

Democrats have claimed control of the Central Bucks school board in a closely watched election marked by deep partisan divisions, intense personal attacks, and a surge in spending. The Republican-led board's policies on LGBTQ issues and book bans had sparked controversy, leading to heightened attention on the district. Democrats raised over $600,000 in campaign funds, with a significant portion coming from a GOP donor who opposed COVID school closures. The election results signal a shift in power and a promise to lead with integrity, compassion, and common sense.

via The Philadelphia Inquirer|
#central-bucks-school-board#democrats#gop
environment2 years ago

"Majority of Americans Acknowledge Climate Crisis Impact, Including Floridians: Polls"

A new poll conducted by the Pew Research Center reveals that 71% of Americans believe the climate crisis is currently causing harm to people in the US, while nearly two-thirds think that these harmful impacts will worsen over their lifetimes. The survey also found that Americans have a negative perception of how climate change is affecting the nation. Partisan divisions play a significant role in people's perceptions, with 86% of Democrats expecting negative climate impacts to worsen during their lifetime compared to only 37% of Republicans. Additionally, the poll shows that where people live and their age also influence their views on climate change, with a majority of respondents expecting coastal Florida, Southern California, and the Southwest to become worse places to live due to climate change.

via CNN|
#american-perception#climate-crisis#environment